Aryna Sabalenka refused to get drawn into any sort of controversy after she was asked about Elina Svitolina's no-handshake policy with Russians and Belarusians. It's their decision, and I respect that," Sabalenka told reporters at her post-match press conference. (from 7:00)AdTrendingAryna Sabalenka also laid bare the mutual respect shared by her and Elina Svitolina for each other despite their lack of post-match handshakes and greetings. AdAdAryna Sabalenka 'on fire' at Australian Open 2026, says Elina Svitolina after SF lossElina Svitolina during a press conference at the 2026 Australian Open (Source: Getty) (Source: Getty)Elina Svitolina's semifinal finish at the 2026 Australian Open guarantees a return to the WTA singles top 10 for the Ukrainian. The women's singles final at the 2026 Australian Open will be a rematch of the 2023 final between Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina.